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I know, an American vs German cockroach sounds like something from a WW2 propaganda campaign. But in reality, these are the two roaches you are most likely to encounter in your home here in Central Florida. In this article we are going to go over the two pests and explain the differences in them. We […]
Any insect that has the word “carpenter” in the name is not going to be a good thing. Because as the name implies, it will devour or destroy wood. Most every home is at least partially made of wood. Damaged wood can cause a weaker structure of your home and decrease the value and living […]
The Gecko is a lizard that is found in most warm climates throughout the world. They have been made exceptionally popular by the insurance company Geico. They picked this lizard as their mascot because the words sound so similar. GEICO is actually an acronym for Government Employees Insurance Company. It used to only be available […]
“I wanna know, have you ever seen the rain?” Famous lyrics from the band Creedence Clearwater Revival. These lyrics seem appropriate this month in Brevard County. There has been very little rainfall. Front yards are turning brown and the sun is beaming down. This got us us thinking that a good topic for this blog […]
We have all been on self isolation or practicing social distancing in an effort to prevent this COVID-19 virus from spreading to ourselves and our loved ones. Many businesses have shuttered their doors or have sent their employees to work from home. People are at home much more now than ever before and that means […]
Both carpenter ants and termites are bad news for your home. This is because both insects cause damage to wood structures. Most every home today has wood in its structure. So, obviously you want to keep these two insects as far away from your home as possible. Many times, the layman can confuse a termite […]
Its March and temperatures are rising. That means that humidity will be rising as well. Humidity and sun equal lawn bugs and other pests. The list of pests includes ticks, spiders, fire ants, and snakes. It also includes mosquitoes. In this article we will suggest some tips for keeping your lawn clear of pests and […]
Since the time you were a tiny child you have probably been aware of ants. These fascinating little creatures crawl anywhere and everywhere, constantly scavenging for food. If you were bitten by one of these insects your fascination probably transformed into disdain. Now as an adult you largely find ants to be a nuisance. They […]
Just when you think you have heard it all in the pest world, including: rats the size of cats, angry African killer bees, and poisonous toads.. now there is a new breed of termite in Florida and it is a threat. There is a highly invasive termite nicknamed “super bug” because of its unique ability […]
We have discussed termites before. This is because this single pest causes more damage to homes in Florida than any other. They cause billions of dollars in damage. Here are some facts about termites: The termite has been on Earth for over 100 million years. There are three main groups of termite in Florida: the […]
